Oakland, CA

Travel Guide

Lake Merritt featuring a pond
Chabot Space and Science Center featuring an observatory and interior views
Oakland Zoo which includes views
Oakland showing interior views and a park
Oakland featuring modern architecture

Where to stay in Oakland

Lake Merritt featuring a pond

Downtown Oakland

3.5/5(342 area reviews)

Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.

Downtown Oakland
Berkeley showing a river or creek, a sunset and general coastal views

Downtown Berkeley

4/5(147 area reviews)

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Berkeley
Gourmet Ghetto

North Berkeley

4/5(14 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.

North Berkeley
Piedmont showing street scenes and outdoor art

Piedmont

You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

Piedmont
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South Berkeley

While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.

South Berkeley
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Albany

The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are a few top sights nearby.

Albany
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd, Berkeley, CA
The price is AED 515 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
AED 515
AED 583 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,680 reviews)
"Perfect spot right on the marina."

Reviewed on 9 April 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Oakland Marriott City Center
Oakland Marriott City Center
4 out of 5
1001 Broadway, Oakland, CA
The price is AED 584 per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
AED 584
AED 679 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Oakland. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"I left a note stating it was my birthday as a little joke but it really was and I didn’t think housekeeping would see it they saw it and left me a snack on the counter which was the sweetest thing anyone did that day since I had to spend it alone so I really appreciated that gesture would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

Oakland Marriott City Center
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
3 out of 5
150 Hegenberger Rd, Oakland, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 209 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
AED 209
AED 243 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Oakland. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall ...
5.8/10 (1,889 reviews)
"Cheap"

Reviewed on 6 April 2025

Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
400 Park St, Alameda, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,692 reviews)
"kitchens allow the option to prepare our own food."

Reviewed on 7 April 2025

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Beautiful and Lush Hidden Wisteria Getaway
Beautiful and Lush Hidden Wisteria Getaway
Alameda
Stay at this cottage in Alameda. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions San Francisco Bay and Oakland Arena are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
Perfection!
"We stayed here for three nights. The directions were excellent and we found this magical spot very easily. The place is spotless and well appointed with all we needed. Everything in the gardens surrounding us was in bloom. There are niches along pathways to sit and take in every aspect of the beauty. ..."

Reviewed on 8 April 2025

Beautiful and Lush Hidden Wisteria Getaway
Garden Apartment Located in a Wonderful Old Victorian Home
Garden Apartment Located in a Wonderful Old Victorian Home
Alameda
Stay at this apartment in Alameda. Enjoy a garden, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions San Francisco Bay and Jack London ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
Visiting Family
"Lovely spot, well supplied, plenty of room for the two of us. Centrally located in Alameda allowing us to walk many places. Very quiet street. The owner lives upstairs and was very responsive and helpful when we had questions. We will be back!"

Reviewed on 18 March 2025

Garden Apartment Located in a Wonderful Old Victorian Home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Oakland

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
261
5 - Excellent 17%
4 - Good
623
4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
501
3 - Okay 32%
2 - Disappointing
110
2 - Disappointing 7%
1 - Terrible
75
1 - Terrible 5%

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

I hated this hotel

3/5 - Okay

BayAreaTraveler

Crime rate and overall city’s cleanliness needs to be addressed.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

This is my hometown I love Oakland

5/5 - Excellent

Johanna

I loved the food and the Golden State Bridge and the museum.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Food’s always a highlight and the Fox theater

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Oakland is a very interesting place. The city itself needs to be cleaned up quite a bit but overall it's somewhere interesting to visit.